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Empty petrol tankers during the strike at Kingsbury Oil Depot, near Birmingham
Empty petrol tankers during the strike at Kingsbury Oil Depot, near Birmingham. 7th January 1979
Williams
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
DM 79 106
Media ID 21841763
© Mirrorpix
1979 Employment Empty Petrol Strikes Tanker Winter Of Discontent
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Relive history with our unique Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic image of Empty Petrol Tankers during the 1979 Kingsbury Oil Depot Strike near Birmingham. Captured by the skilled lens of Williams from Memory Lane Prints, this mug brings you a piece of British history right to your kitchen table. Perfect for tea or coffee breaks, this high-quality mug showcases vibrant and detailed prints that won't fade or peel. Add this collectible mug to your collection and start your day with a blast from the past.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Captured in this striking photograph by Williams, we are transported back to the winter of discontent in 1979. The image showcases a row of empty petrol tankers during the intense strike at Kingsbury Oil Depot, near Birmingham. Symbolizing the turmoil that engulfed the nation during this era, these once bustling vehicles now stand idle, their absence echoing the frustration and economic hardships experienced by many. The composition evokes a sense of desolation and uncertainty as these silent giants become poignant symbols of power struggles between politics and employment rights. The tanker's emptiness signifies not only a lack of fuel but also an absence of progress and compromise. This powerful snapshot encapsulates a pivotal moment in history when tensions ran high amidst widespread strikes across various industries. It serves as a reminder that even essential resources like oil can become pawns in political battles over fair pay and workers' rights. Williams' artistic choice to present this scene in monochrome further emphasizes the starkness and gravity of the situation. Through his lens, he captures not just an empty depot but also echoes our collective memory of an era defined by social unrest. As we gaze upon this print from Memory Lane Prints, let us reflect on how far we have come since those tumultuous times while remaining vigilant to ensure that such struggles do not resurface.
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